Christmas Movie Door Decorating Ideas L

Brian Woodcock

If our grandmothers taught us anything, it's that first impressions matter. Whether it's the way you introduce yourself or how clean your house is for guests, first impressions tend to stick around. Put your best foot forward this holiday season and ensure that your Christmas party guests are greeted with a hearty dose of cheer as soon as they step onto your porch. So, after you've trimmed your Christmas tree, baked all your favorite holiday cookie recipes, and decorated your Christmas table, don't forget to turn your attention to the front door. While the exterior of your home can—and should—be swathed in all sorts of lights and greenery, nothing compares to an expertly appointed front door.

We've compiled a list of our favorite Christmas door decorations to give you all sorts of inspiration for your holiday door décor. Think out of the box with these fun, easy-to-complete DIY ideas that go beyond your typical holiday wreaths and greenery. Try pulling in some of your holiday favorites like ornaments, mason jars, jingle bells, and ice skates to create a unique and stylish display. Soon enough your home will have the holliest and jolliest Christmas curb appeal on the block, and you'll have nothing left to do except sip on your favorite Christmas cocktail and smile. Just don't be surprised when people stop by for the ultimate Christmas photo opp!

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A Skater's Entrance

But of course the family's most spirited figure-eighter would outfit her door with fur-embellished ice skates filled with evergreen. A fluffy pom-pom "snowball" and mini silver ornaments round out the blade display.

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Jingle Bells

A charming duo of old sleds stands guard at the arched side door, while a leather strand of Christmas bells greets guests with a holiday jingle.

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Traditional Decor

A rustic tobacco basket, fresh greenery, and bright berries speak to tradition, while an oversize checked bow adds a touch of cheerful pattern. Use floral wire to fasten greenery in a neat bunch, and add pine cone accents.

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Natural Elements

Magnolia leaves and greenery pair for simple, natural swag, while dried oranges and pine cones add just a little color and texture. Understated burlap ribbon bundles the bunch with a happily humble bow.

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Spools of Yarn

Sweet vintage wooden spools wrapped with an assortment of thread, baker's twine, ribbon, and rickrack provide pops of color and hint at the crafting and merrymaking happening just beyond the front door

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Bundle Wreath

If circles aren't your thing, this is the wreath for you. It still incorporate the colors of Christmas, but it's a decidedly different take on a classic.

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Peppermint Wreath

How fun is this? Forego the traditional evergreen wreath this year and opt instead for this two-toned beauty.

Make the Wreath: Spray-paint various sizes of flat wood rounds, wooden balls, and a wooden floral craft ring with white spray paint. Paint peppermint stripes on rounds and balls with red craft paint. Once dry, spray with Super 77 spray adhesive and sprinkle with diamond dust glitter. Wrap a long length of striped wired ribbon around the ring (for hanging), and then attach glittered rounds and balls with hot glue. (Intersperse a few small solid-colored balls if desired.) Tie a bow with the same striped ribbon and attach with hot-glue.

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Double Wreath

Garlands and wreaths and potted plants are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this blogger's incredibly lush front door scene. Those double wreaths make for the ultimate festive welcome.

Get the tutorial at Craftberry Bush.

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Rustic Entrance

This is a fun take on the traditional pine leaves you see on most doors around this time of year! Pine branches, not leaves, are the base of this decorative doorknob piece.

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Pine Cones

Flocked sugar pinecones and lichen-covered twigs look gorgeous when they're flanked by green garlands. The best part? You can grab the "supplies" for this craft right in your backyard.

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Lower Door Wreath

Your wreath doesn't have to be eye-level, you know! Play around with placing it in new places on your door—from the bottom half, to just one side, to the tippy-top.

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Basket Wreath

A trapper's basket is a welcome alternative to the classic Christmas wreath. Here, it's filled to the point of overflowing with fun faux greenery.

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Rustic Christmas Porch

You don't need a big porch to, well, go big. There's a ton of festive cheer packed into the door of this home alone—just take a look at that adorable "JOY" sign!

Get the tutorial at Liz Marie Blog.

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Asymmetrical Wreath

Short on time? You don't need to set aside an entire weekend to create this seasonal wreath—half an afternoon will do! The asymmetrical nature of this fun project gives you more time to do the rest of the things on your Christmas bucket list.

Get the tutorial at Paper and Stitch.

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Olive Wreath

What a fun way to upgrade the wreaths you know and love! Here, fir branches are replaced with olive leaves for a result that's as lovely and inviting as the interior of your home.

Get the tutorial at 100 Layer Cake.

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Berry Wreath

This is no ordinary wreath. A spray of wheat stalks, held in place by a gorgeous, cream-colored ribbon, keep things interesting and fun. Artificial berries and tiny silver bells are the icing on top!

Get the tutorial at Good Housekeeping.

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Noel Banner

Using basic felt as your banner's base means you can make this sign as big as you want without spending a ton of money

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

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Wooden Snowflake

This rustic snowflake looks even better with distressed wood, which means any nicks or imperfections will blend right in.

Get the tutorial at Chapman Place.

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Joy Sign

Why settle for just one holiday door decoration when you can feature this piece? It's both a festive sign and wreath in one.

Get the tutorial at Landeelu.

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Festive Mason Jar Sign

Though it was designed to be displayed in an entryway or on a mantel, simply add some wire to the back and you can hang this beauty on your front door as well.

Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.

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Christmas Fireplace Door Decor

Bring some of that fireplace coziness and warmth to your front porch with this adorable Christmas display.

Get the tutorial at Michael's.

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Mason Jar Christmas Tree Door Decoration

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Ribbon and Bell Christmas Swag

Hang this arrangement of freshly cut branches on your front door—guests will love being greeted with the fragrant and festive smell of the season.

Get the tutorial at Just a Girl.

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Burlap Christmas Tree Door Decoration

Strips of burlap ribbon fashioned to look like a Christmas tree add color, texture, and some holiday magic to your facade.

Get the tutorial at The Tiptoe Fairy.

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Winter Wonderland Front Door

If you have a series of windows, use its openings to frame Scandi-inspired snowflakes like Amy at Small Measures did here. This easy Christmas idea looks festive without being too over the top.

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Hanging Peppermint Door Monogram

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Ice Skates Door Hanging

Wondering what to do with the pair of vintage skates you picked up at the flea market? String 'em up with some pretty Christmas ribbon, and arrange real or faux pinecones and pine boughs inside.

See more at Creatively Southern.

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Burlap Front Door Decoration

Add some country Christmas style to your front door with this DIY craft. Bonus: This surprisingly easy project doesn't involve any sewing!

Get the tutorial at 20 North Ora.

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Pinecone Door Hanging

To make this chic Christmas-y bundle, use 8 four- to six-inch pinecones along with 8 two-foot long pieces of silk ribbon. Hot glue gun the last two inches of each ribbon to the base of a cone. Once the glue dries, gather all the ribbon ends and stagger them so that the cones fall at varying lengths. Tie the ribbon ends together, trim the tips so they are not uniform, and slip over a finishing nail.

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Christmas Swag

For those who want to decorate their homes in holiday spirit on a dime, this is the project for you. Go outdoors and find some pine boughs and anything else you think would pair well with a winter-inspired bouquet. Bend a coat hanger as a base and twist branches in different directions for a natural tree effect. Finally, tie floral wire at the center and embellish with ribbons, pinecones, ornaments—you name it!

Get the tutorial at Fynes Designs.

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Christmas Ornament Door Decoration

The dazzling ornaments hanging from these satin ribbons creates an elegant, winter wonderland vibe to your entryway. For this project, you will only need a few packs of decorated ornaments, fishing line, and ribbons.

Get the tutorial at Design, Dining, and Diapers.

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Front Door Christmas Gift Bag

If you are a home owner with a colorful front door, you're in luck this Christmas! Make your house stand out even more by transforming your entrance into a large gift. Take two long, festive pieces of ribbon and tie into a large ribbon. Attach a clever gift tag made from black construction paper and voila!

Get the tutorial at Liz on Call.

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Weather Proof Christmas Gift Tags

This Christmas, your won't have to be worried about the damage winter storms cause on your outside holiday decor. Once you cover your seasonal decorations with matte adhesive spray, nothing will get in the way of your Christmas fun.

Get the tutorial at The Wood Connection.

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Joy Moss-Covered Letters

With just a few wooden letters strung up on your front door, you can spread Christmas cheer to your neighbors in an instant. The moss mountings also add a fresh, earthy component that will subtly contrast with the dreary winter lawns.

Get the tutorial at Uncommon Designs Online.

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Shutter Door Decoration

Transforming shutters into beautiful door decorations couldn't be simpler. All you need is some spray paint, evergreen boughs, and pine cones.

Get the tutorial at Crafts a la Mode.

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Christmas Mitten Door Hanging

Mittens aren't just for wearing. They make beautiful decorations, too. Fill them with pine cones and other festive touches for a unique hanging.

See more at My Crazy Quilt Life.

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